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Local truck driver job description

Updated March 14, 2024
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Local truck drivers have licensed professionals in the field of trucking services who specialize in transporting goods or materials within a specific area. They are expected to have an in-depth knowledge of the retail trade area to which they are assigned and to be able to navigate the roads with ease.

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Example local truck driver requirements on a job description

Local truck driver requirements can be divided into technical requirements and required soft skills. The lists below show the most common requirements included in local truck driver job postings.
Sample local truck driver requirements
  • Valid commercial driver's license (CDL)
  • Clean driving record with no major violations
  • Ability to operate a manual transmission
  • Physically fit and able to lift up to 50 pounds
  • Familiarity with safety regulations and procedures
Sample required local truck driver soft skills
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Strong sense of responsibility and reliability
  • Ability to work independently and manage time effectively
  • Customer service-oriented and friendly demeanor
  • Adaptability and flexibility to changing schedules and routes

Local truck driver job description example 1

Hub Group local truck driver job description

Seeking CDL-A Drivers | Earn $1,500/week! | Get Home Daily!.

The Way Ahead starts with you.

We know trucking is a tough job. At Hub Group, we want to give drivers the opportunity and resources to succeed on the road. Our goal is to provide more balance in your life — that’s why our wages for company drivers are among the most competitive in the industry, ­allowing you to work a full day and still get home to your family.


What’s in It For You?

What good is a job without great benefits to reward your hard work? We’ve got rewarding benefits tailored to your needs.


  • Earn a minimum of $1,430 Weekly/$75k Annually
  • Guaranteed minimum of 46.5 hours per week
  • New Equipment; average age of fleet is 2 years
  • Guaranteed Pay Program to provide new drivers with a minimum pay guarantee the first 6 weeks until you get up to speed
  • Paid time off including vacation pay and holiday pay
  • Paid orientation and training
  • Medical, dental, & vision insurance after 30 days
  • Critical illness plan with lump sum cash benefits for employee and family
  • 401k retirement plan with annual match
  • And much more!


Drivers must have a minimum of one-year professional driving experience and a valid Class B CDL license.


"There is nothing I value more than the balance between work and life . Hub Group has given me that and more and I couldn’t thank them enough!” - Sam Miller, Hub Group Company Driver


Who we are

For over fifty years, we’ve been providing the best of the best for our customers and paving the way in the industry. We are defined by our core values: Service, integrity, and innovation. Our pride is in our services as well as our valued employees, and we want you to come aboard and be part of what makes us an elite trucking team.





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Local truck driver job description example 2

48forty Solutions local truck driver job description

You will be transporting a dry van 53 full of debris twice a week to Burlington, Iowa, Other days doing Yard truck/ forklift duties; drop and hook; no touch freight; automatic trucks; 53 dry vans.


Full-time, permanent position with weekly pay and benefits on day one!

Location: Rock island, IL 61201

Hours: 1st shift/ 6:30am - 3pm

Pay Rate: $25/hr (Contingent on drug test/background check)


  • Must be open to work 8 - 12 hours a day
  • Some spotting as well
  • Saturdays optional
  • Medical and Dental Benefits on Start Date
  • Competitive Pay
  • Home Daily
  • 100% No Touch Freight
  • 1 year verifiable experience within the last 3 years
  • No more than 2 moving violations in last 3 years
  • No speeding violations 15 mph above posted limit
  • Able to do both flatbed and vans***
  • PSP report score of 10 or less*

Relogistics Services offers competitive pay and benefits to all full-time employees. Relogistics Services is also pleased to offer a full benefit package that includes health, dental, vision, and life insurance as well as a 401(k) retirement savings plan after 90 days. Relogistics Services 48forty Solutions requires that none of its employees are excluded from doing business with the Federal government. All newly hired individuals are promptly screened through the E-Verify electronic employment authorization program run by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Service.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, disability, veteran, or other protected status.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. All employees may be required to perform duties outside their normal responsibilities, as needed.

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Local truck driver job description example 3

CarMax local truck driver job description

Class A CDL Commercial Truck Driver - $2,000 Sign On Bonus.


CarMax, the way your career should be!


Delivering satisfaction, every day

At CarMax, we want to give our customers a great experience, whether they are buying or selling a vehicle. And that starts with the way we collect and deliver inventory. As a Fleet driver for CarMax, you will need more than just loading and driving skills. Every day, you will engage with vendors and associates, ensuring the best possible experience for our customers. And since we know time at home is important, we strategically develop routing to have our drivers home every night.


Now offering a $2.000 Sign On Bonus! Only candidates external to CarMax who are hired will qualify to receive the Sign On Bonus.


What you will do - Essential responsibilities

  • Load, transport and off-load CarMax vehicles at various locations to ensure the right vehicle is in the right place at the right time for our CarMax teams and customers
  • Carry out daily equipment inspections to ensure our transport operations run smoothly and safely
  • Maintain all necessary DOT logs and documentation


Be part of the team that's driving up standards

We're setting new standards for the auto industry, and that includes the challenges and rewards offered at CarMax.

Driving a company-owned truck, you will transport vehicles between vendors, distribution hubs and stores. More than a driver, you will be the face of CarMax, making the most of your strong communication and teamwork skills. In addition to true job satisfaction, you will enjoy a generous range of company benefits including paid vacation, medical and retirement plans, and car purchase discounts.


Qualifications and requirements

  • Valid state-issued commercial driver's license Class A (CDL)
  • Driving record with no more than 6 penalty points within the last three years
  • Ability to meet DOT-mandated medical qualification requirements
  • Lift heavy objects and winch transported vehicles during the loading process
  • Proficiency in operating a 10-speed transmission
  • Willingness to work outdoors in various weather conditions
  • Good communication skills


About CarMax

CarMax disrupted the auto industry by delivering the honest, transparent and high-integrity experience customers want and deserve. This innovative thinking around the way cars are bought and sold has helped us become the nation's largest retailer of used cars, with over 200 locations nationwide.


Our amazing team of more than 25,000 associates work together to deliver iconic customer experiences. Along the way, we help every associate grow their career and achieve their best, at work and in their community. We are recognized for our commitment to training and diversity and are one of the FORTUNE 100 Best Companies to Work For .


CarMax is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by law.


Upon an applicant's request, CarMax will consider reasonable accommodation to complete the CarMax Job Application.

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Updated March 14, 2024

Zippia Research Team
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